Annual Ukrainian Outsourcing Forum `2007 will be held in Kiev on November 1-2, 2007
The Forum objectives are boosting software development and outsourcing services market, discussion of global trends in IT markets, and addressing current issues in the outsourcing area.
UOF ‘2007 Goals and Objectives
- Presentation of IT outsourcing services potential of Ukraine and other Central & Eastern European countries.
- Attraction of new customers for outsourcing services.
- Organization of B2B meetings between the Forum participants.
- Discussion of issues in development of IT industry and outsourcing.
- Presentation of «Ukrainian IT Outsourcing Research 2007»
Forum participants
Among the Forum participants there will be noted experts in outsourcing, representatives of the leading companies from the Eastern Europe, the European Union and the USA and which are interested in developing their business in the Eastern European countries, as well as representatives of the national IT Associations and local state authorities.
Contacts
Additional information about the Forum programme and participation terms is available:
- on the Forum official web site WWW.OUTSOURCING-FORUM.COM.UA
- via telephones: +38 044 458-17-53
Ukrainian Outsourcing Forum `2007 Steering Committee
October 26-27, 2006 the Ukrainian Outsourcing Forum `2006 will take place
The forum objective is to promote development of Ukrainian market of software development and IT Outsourcing Services. Ukraine has rather good potential for development of the most high tech area of world economy. Ukrainian IT Outsourcing market demonstrates high growth rate. During several recent years average growth rate summed up to 40% annually. This index has been one the highest for the Ukrainian economy and illustrates great opportunities of the industry. Ukrainian High-Tech Initiative experts estimate the size of IT Outsourcing market at 500 mln USD in 2005 and expect 25-30% growth in 2006.
Forums goals and objectives
• Presentation Ukraine's potential of Ukraine on IT Outsourcing Services and Products market.
• Attracting new consumers of outsourcing services to Ukraine.
• Organizing of B2B meetings between Ukrainian and foreign companies.
• Discussion of the issues tied to development of Ukrainian IT Outsourcing Industry.
Forum Participants
Among the Forum participants there will be world famous outsourcing experts, leading Ukrainian and Eastern European companies working in offshore IT outsourcing, investment companies, Ukrainian enterprises’ IT department managers and government officials.
For additional information about the Forum program and participation, please visit the official Forum web site:
• www.outsourcing-forum.com.ua
• or request it by phone: +38 044 458-17-53
I work full time as tech and marketing consultant for broadcast production technologies through a company I own in California after been on the field in my native country Spain working for other companies for over 8 years. News/promos automation, DB, newsroom editing, playout servers, virtual studio and 3D on air real-time and or 3D prerendered graphics are among the fields I assist two Spanish companies on in the US and Mexico. I´ve also been consulting for a satellite network based in Madrid on VoIP fiber and satellite video/audio transmission to Mexico and local phone based billing systems....
LATINOS IN INFORMATION SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATION – (LISTA)
LAUNCHED AT THE UNITED STATES HISPANIC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 25TH ANNUAL CONVENTION
New York, NY – October 4, 2004 – Latinos in Information Sciences and Technology Association - LISTA (www.a-lista.org), announced its launch at the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce 25th Annual Convention in Austin, Texas.
During the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce National convention, LISTA a non-for-profit organization whose mission is to help enhance the careers of Latino technology professionals and create opportunities for Latino technology entrepreneurs had its launch event which was sponsored by Staples, ACP Consulting and Miller Brewing.
The event was in attendance by many Fortune 500 companies such as Northrop Grumman, IDT, IBM, LatPro, Goya Foods, DELL, MCI and others along with Latino community leaders from across the U.S., Puerto Rico and Mexico who all came together in observance of the inauguration of LISTA’s Board of Directors that were sworn in by Alfredo Placeres, Region Five Director for United Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
Jose Marquez, Founder, President and Chief Executive Officer, stated; “The support of LISTA – Latinos in Information Sciences and Technology Association by our corporate partners, business entrepreneurs and other prominent members of the Latino community means a great deal for us. We appreciate the support of our corporate partners, The United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and in particular, Mayor Will Wynn of Austin, Texas for his support. We are excited about implementing our mission to empower Latino Technology professionals and our community through education and the use of technology to bridge the digital divide and help provide economic opportunities that will help our community become successful in the 21st century.
About Latinos in Information Sciences and Technology Association
Latinos in Information Sciences and Technology Association (LISTA) is a national non-for-profit organization focused on enhancing the careers of Latino entrepreneurs and professionals. The organization is committed to supporting Latinos who focus in Science, Mathematics, Information Sciences, Telecommunications and Technology sectors.
LISTA promotes the utilization of these sectors for the empowerment of the Latino community and is committed to bringing various elements of Technology under one central hub to facilitate our partners, members and the community to become successful.
I would just like to share a comment on the education/certification a PM should pursue. The PMP certification is widely recognized and thus sought by many employers, and I believe that's where its value is. However, to grow as a PM, I recommend graduate certificates and degrees such as the ones offered by Keller Graduate School of Management or PM College. Such degrees/certificates, when combined with your work experience provide deeper knowledge and skills.
I guess what I am trying to say is that the PMP might open the door for you, but it is the PM education will help you keep the job.......
Orlando I agree with you, if you want to grow as a PM or any other position certification is really recognized by employers because you can really combined with the work experience.
Orlando I agree with you, if you want to grow as a PM or any other position certification is really recognized by employers because you can really combined with the work experience.
I'm a "full blooded" latino in IT Project Management. I've been managing software projects since 1990. I specialize in implementing Warehouse Management Systems on UNIX and Windows servers with Oracle databases.
I worked for a semiconductor company for over 20 years only to be caught in the reduction in force plan. While there I held positions as the master technician and supervisorover a production area. I have been involed in the electronics field for over 25 years and with computer for 20+ years. I earned my BSEET and my MBA all of which did not help in a layoff. The IT field is very restrictive as they require certifications instead of experience. I am currently working on my MCSE but still find that my age is a restriction though no one will highlight that point. I am currently teaching (well under paid) computers, networking and windows. My experience helps here but I have not found a decent salary employment. Not to offend anyone, I found that the Hispanics that have made it sometimes forget where their heritage is so they tend to employ those younger and less experienced than a seasoned veteran. I hope that this fact is not prodominant amoung the rest of the U.S. I constantly send out resumes but have yet to get a response. I am constantly approached to be a mentor for the younger hispanics but how would it encourage someone to continue their education when they see my experience and education going to waste.
I recently became a member of my local PMI chapter and encourage everyone in this forum to do the same, if you haven't. It makes no difference if you are in the payroll or not. Partipation in this association will be looked at positively by your clients and current and future managers. The certification will further highlight that you are a "Best Talent."
I would also like to invite those of you in this forum to join www.linkedin.com. LinkedIn lets you reach recommended employees, hiring managers and business partners through referrals from people you already know and trust. You won't receive spam or unwanted requests since people can only reach you via referrals.
If you decide to join Linkedin, make sure to put a profile so other professionals will know what value you bring to the network. Linkedin is also a great tool to share with your friends what you are doing professionally. Opportunities may come in time, and if not, you solidify your professional connections more by taking the initiative to stay in touch...you never know who will need your talents or your help. It's better than sending a Christmas or Birthday card once a year. It's a win win :)
In this entire thread no one has mention that they either have or are working on getting their PMP Project Management Certification from the PMI. This is becoming a given in the Job Market
With the job market as tough as it is you are needing it more then ever. I already have the undergrad and graduate work completed and would think that this would be sufficient. However, with the corporate enviroment in a flatten management state this certificate is definitely the one to get. I also would look into the Sigma Six certificatation. After you get the certificate. Then go to a High End university to complete an advanced certificate program. For example, University of Chicago.
You're right, PMI cert. and the Six Sigma Black Belt are a definate plus and fast becoming industry standards. I have neither qualification and I am like most saying I will get around to it. In terms of real life experience, I haven't required these standards to close interviews. Years ago, as a tool to break into the industry it would have been great. Having done that, HR folks have been more interested in the breadth of my experiences, the results of my leadership and sometimes where I go for drinks! I don't propose to say that real world (street) knowledge is a sound replacement for education (though not certified, I've attended both PM and Six Sigma training). What is important, more than the training is that people put their careers and lives in the perspective of what net results they've achieved or what they can achieve if given the opportunity. As written in my bio, I'm now close but I never finished undergraduate studies. Based on the incredible results of my career and income, this would cause some to consider me an anomaly or maybe an enterpreneur? Two hours of self reflection on who and what you are as a hispanic (specific) professional can supercede years of education and experience in a interview situation.
It may have something to do with personal sincerity and self actualization - 'supply chains' you won't find on any Gantt chart or process flow. At Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, NJ there are plenty of Project Manager post graduate students, but not enough interesting characters. ;) I believe project managers are at the forefront of those able to go it alone. With the job market getting tougher, we now more than ever need more Hispanic business owners; we need to connect them with those who can help actualize dreams.
After years in a trading floor desktop\server support role in the IT Finance\Broker-Dealer\Banking industry I struck out as a subcontractor providing project management services for PC desktop related projects. This included managing hundreds of moves adds changes of trading floors as well as the OS migrations of those machines at large (80,000+) firms. The niche had me employed for years with top billing. In the current world of "you must know everything and also wash windows," I'm managing projects and supporting desktops on a small trading floor. The piece of humble pie I'm eating now is still sweet though. I think the most difficult part of getting a new job for most is realizing that they must find a way to convince employers that money is not the key motivation; that they will accept a smaller salary as a trade for stability. I netted over 150K in the year 2000 (a good year) but may not be doing so this year. I'm still producing income - that's what's important. For those of you who have ever hit a road block as I have, maybe it's time to really believe in yourself; get a lower paying job and commit yourself to starting a business.
I recently started a new job as a Developer/Architect/Lead with a Project manager title. I am originally from the Dominican Republic and now live in Miami, FL.
I have worked with Project Managers who are poor managers but very technical-savy, and I have worked with talented managers with no technical knowledge.
I played the role of IT PM for several years in IBM Mexico, my background was technical but not very deep, maybe more marketing oriented. I was in the IBM Services division After 7 years in marketing, 2 in tech education, 3 in executive education and 2 as system engineer. My role was identify the customer requirements, find the right solution with systems integration, build the proposa, negotiate with vendor and finally with the customer and voila! run the project. I got all the PM trainning in IBM and I was certify by IBM too.
I came to US to Latin America Sales position and after 7 years I lost my job (downsizing), sales in LatAm felt down after 9/11 and other economic, political and financial events.
Right now I am in sales again, but in different arena: Construction, with a very special product: Hand forged wrought iron. I came in this job after several months trying to find something where my background can help but I didn't find anything.
If I find a position as IT PM I'll be glad to return to my original career path.
I'm close enough to IT/PM. I am Technology Trainer and the type of Project Management we do is limited to the development of new courses to fit upgrades and new software introduced in our company.
I am glad to be part of your thread. I am in IT, PM. It is my hope that this thread grows and that we may get in touch with other IT PMs out there to share experiences and such.
I am currently the project manager for our school's IT conversion project. I am not a "techie" but in institutional research. What exactly are you interested in?
I am a multilingual (Portuguese, Spanish & English) executive seeking a career opportunity as a Project Management/Technical Integrator. I born in Santiago Chile, January 21 1952.
I relocated to Curitiba, Parana, Brazil, in December 1974, I worked fifteen years as a System Analyst and Project Manager for various organizations, such as Bamerindus Bank in Curitiba Parana, Unibanco in Sao Paulo, and Tubos y Conexoes Tigre in Joinville Santa Catarina.
I relocated to Miami, Florida, USA, in December of 1988. I worked as a Project Management/Technical Integrator for Citigroup in Fort Lauderdale, Florida for the last 10 years. At Citigroup I had the opportunity to travel to more than 18 countries throughout Latin America doing System Installations and Training, locally I did Project Management for specific projects.
Since January 2004, I am out of the company due to downsizing.
If you are interested in having more information, you can contact me by e-mail or MSN Messenger as ivanmunozrojas@hotmail.com.
Thanks to the National Society for the opportunity.
Project Management is where the money is. Many that join the technology field go after the technical side and do not understand that job promotion and moving ahead in the company is given when you master the skills necessary to run a department and manage yourself, and others efficiently.
There are several factors that you have to consider when you thinking that it is where the money is.
There are many in IT management positions who are earning a ton of money who don't know the business strategy which is what all should be aligned with to support. If one forgoes the individual goal and focuses on the company's mission and vision - the rewards will inherently come to you.
"You Can Change without Improvement, but You Cannot Improve without Change"
I have been in IT consulting for the last 10 years doing programming, analysis and project management. All software related. I have found very few hispanic colleagues and Spanish has not been a useful (nor problem) skill.
Hello!
I'm a Puertorican IT Analyst for the Human Resources division in a school district in Atlanta. I've been in the industry for over 10 years wearing a number of different hats. I started doing some maintenance programming, have learned lots about hardware (and repairs), networking, etc. I don't enjoy being in front of a PC withouth much people interaction so what I do is perfect for me. Though I don't do full PM responsibilities, I can use a wide range of my skills and still learn new things/technology.
I have been a Project Manager for many years, but in a different area Architecture and Construction. Curently, I am looking for work. I have 25 years of experience in this area. I am from Peru. If any one have any leads, please let me know. elbriceno@juno.com
I work for a major Telecommunications Company. Since there has been major consolidation in the workforce, job responsibilites have increased. Currently, Iam a PM and network engineer and I do agree with Jose that parents have a major influence for what kind of goals they will influence on you. However, dedication and determination on yourself plays an inportant part also.
I am the Lead Network Design Engineer for MSN Global Networking Services Group. I have 12 years experience and I have been in Senior Engineer roles for the last 6 years. Currently I haven't seen very many individuals of Hispanic heritage fulfilling the IT PM roles. Mostly what I have seen over the years is a concentration of very technical professionals rather than technical and logistics oriented professionals. In my opinion maybe these positions haven't been seen by Hispanic IT professionals as the type of technically challenging endeavors that the average IT worker pursue in general. I think it takes a completely different set of soft skills and/ or competencies to fulfill these types of positions that most IT workers in general don’t really focus or pay real attention to gain. Don’t get me wrong the PM is a very integral part of the IT process, but it takes a special type of individual to shift its focus from traditional IT views of just technical, to a more sort of technical, administrative and logistical point of view.
You do have some valid points about some people not finding this role as technically challenging as others. As you stated it does require a person with a different set of skills and abilities to understand business strategies and technical know-how to approach a particular objective.
Though there are a number of factors that determine where each one of us will end up in life, I for one believe that anyone of us can play either role or both - given the opportunity and exposure to the the right environments. Think of where you went to school, what influence/role did your parents have on you as you made your way through the different levels of education.
My point is that I have mixed emotions about where we (Latinos) stand in the technology hierarchy. And what are we (those of us that are lucky enough to see what is happening to our camaradas as this tech gap keeps getting wider and wider) doing to ensure that our gente does not become the cyber-custodians of the future?
"You Can Change without Improvement, but You Cannot Improve without
Change"
The best answer I can come up with is tenure. Let's face it latinos or hispanic came sort of late in the IT field so most of us have not reached a true career tenure that would shift our focus to the PM side of the table.
That's the why I mostly find very smart, young (under 40) very technical hispanic IT workers.
Good source for IT Employment opportunities
IT and Telecommunication Employment Opportunities webpage offering fresh local jobs posted daily online here:
http://www.voip-phone-service-solutions.com/telecommunication-jobs.html
Annual Ukrainian Outsourcing Forum `2007
Annual Ukrainian Outsourcing Forum `2007 will be held in Kiev on November 1-2, 2007
The Forum objectives are boosting software development and outsourcing services market, discussion of global trends in IT markets, and addressing current issues in the outsourcing area.
UOF ‘2007 Goals and Objectives
- Presentation of IT outsourcing services potential of Ukraine and other Central & Eastern European countries.
- Attraction of new customers for outsourcing services.
- Organization of B2B meetings between the Forum participants.
- Discussion of issues in development of IT industry and outsourcing.
- Presentation of «Ukrainian IT Outsourcing Research 2007»
The Forum Format
Conference, Exhibition, Ukrainian IT Matchmaking Event '2007 (B2B meetings), Round-table Discussions, Recreational activities
Forum participants
Among the Forum participants there will be noted experts in outsourcing, representatives of the leading companies from the Eastern Europe, the European Union and the USA and which are interested in developing their business in the Eastern European countries, as well as representatives of the national IT Associations and local state authorities.
Contacts
Additional information about the Forum programme and participation terms is available:
- on the Forum official web site WWW.OUTSOURCING-FORUM.COM.UA
- via telephones: +38 044 458-17-53
Ukrainian Outsourcing Forum `2007 Steering Committee
I am one of those
I am one of those
The Ukrainian Outosurcing Forum '2006
October 26-27, 2006 the Ukrainian Outsourcing Forum `2006 will take place
The forum objective is to promote development of Ukrainian market of software development and IT Outsourcing Services. Ukraine has rather good potential for development of the most high tech area of world economy. Ukrainian IT Outsourcing market demonstrates high growth rate. During several recent years average growth rate summed up to 40% annually. This index has been one the highest for the Ukrainian economy and illustrates great opportunities of the industry. Ukrainian High-Tech Initiative experts estimate the size of IT Outsourcing market at 500 mln USD in 2005 and expect 25-30% growth in 2006.
Forums goals and objectives
• Presentation Ukraine's potential of Ukraine on IT Outsourcing Services and Products market.
• Attracting new consumers of outsourcing services to Ukraine.
• Organizing of B2B meetings between Ukrainian and foreign companies.
• Discussion of the issues tied to development of Ukrainian IT Outsourcing Industry.
Forum Participants
Among the Forum participants there will be world famous outsourcing experts, leading Ukrainian and Eastern European companies working in offshore IT outsourcing, investment companies, Ukrainian enterprises’ IT department managers and government officials.
Contacts:
Nataliya Arseeva
Natasha@hi-tech.org.ua
+380-44-458-1753
For additional information about the Forum program and participation, please visit the official Forum web site:
• www.outsourcing-forum.com.ua
• or request it by phone: +38 044 458-17-53
To participate in the Forum, please apply online:
http://www.outsourcing-forum.com.ua/en/registration/index.html
Media production technologies
I work full time as tech and marketing consultant for broadcast production technologies through a company I own in California after been on the field in my native country Spain working for other companies for over 8 years. News/promos automation, DB, newsroom editing, playout servers, virtual studio and 3D on air real-time and or 3D prerendered graphics are among the fields I assist two Spanish companies on in the US and Mexico. I´ve also been consulting for a satellite network based in Madrid on VoIP fiber and satellite video/audio transmission to Mexico and local phone based billing systems....
Visit www.a-lista.org
Hugo Almeida
973.985.3882
halmeida@a-lista.org
www.LISTA.org
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LATINOS IN INFORMATION SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATION – (LISTA)
LAUNCHED AT THE UNITED STATES HISPANIC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 25TH ANNUAL CONVENTION
New York, NY – October 4, 2004 – Latinos in Information Sciences and Technology Association - LISTA (www.a-lista.org), announced its launch at the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce 25th Annual Convention in Austin, Texas.
During the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce National convention, LISTA a non-for-profit organization whose mission is to help enhance the careers of Latino technology professionals and create opportunities for Latino technology entrepreneurs had its launch event which was sponsored by Staples, ACP Consulting and Miller Brewing.
The event was in attendance by many Fortune 500 companies such as Northrop Grumman, IDT, IBM, LatPro, Goya Foods, DELL, MCI and others along with Latino community leaders from across the U.S., Puerto Rico and Mexico who all came together in observance of the inauguration of LISTA’s Board of Directors that were sworn in by Alfredo Placeres, Region Five Director for United Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
Jose Marquez, Founder, President and Chief Executive Officer, stated; “The support of LISTA – Latinos in Information Sciences and Technology Association by our corporate partners, business entrepreneurs and other prominent members of the Latino community means a great deal for us. We appreciate the support of our corporate partners, The United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and in particular, Mayor Will Wynn of Austin, Texas for his support. We are excited about implementing our mission to empower Latino Technology professionals and our community through education and the use of technology to bridge the digital divide and help provide economic opportunities that will help our community become successful in the 21st century.
About Latinos in Information Sciences and Technology Association
Latinos in Information Sciences and Technology Association (LISTA) is a national non-for-profit organization focused on enhancing the careers of Latino entrepreneurs and professionals. The organization is committed to supporting Latinos who focus in Science, Mathematics, Information Sciences, Telecommunications and Technology sectors.
LISTA promotes the utilization of these sectors for the empowerment of the Latino community and is committed to bringing various elements of Technology under one central hub to facilitate our partners, members and the community to become successful.
PM
I would just like to share a comment on the education/certification a PM should pursue. The PMP certification is widely recognized and thus sought by many employers, and I believe that's where its value is. However, to grow as a PM, I recommend graduate certificates and degrees such as the ones offered by Keller Graduate School of Management or PM College. Such degrees/certificates, when combined with your work experience provide deeper knowledge and skills.
I guess what I am trying to say is that the PMP might open the door for you, but it is the PM education will help you keep the job.......
PM
Orlando I agree with you, if you want to grow as a PM or any other position certification is really recognized by employers because you can really combined with the work experience.
Sonali Slowey
sloweys@hotmail.com
PM
Orlando I agree with you, if you want to grow as a PM or any other position certification is really recognized by employers because you can really combined with the work experience.
Sonali Slowey
sloweys@hotmail.com
Project Management - IT
Hello:
I'm a "full blooded" latino in IT Project Management. I've been managing software projects since 1990. I specialize in implementing Warehouse Management Systems on UNIX and Windows servers with Oracle databases.
Thank you.
IT Consultant
I worked for a semiconductor company for over 20 years only to be caught in the reduction in force plan. While there I held positions as the master technician and supervisorover a production area. I have been involed in the electronics field for over 25 years and with computer for 20+ years. I earned my BSEET and my MBA all of which did not help in a layoff. The IT field is very restrictive as they require certifications instead of experience. I am currently working on my MCSE but still find that my age is a restriction though no one will highlight that point. I am currently teaching (well under paid) computers, networking and windows. My experience helps here but I have not found a decent salary employment. Not to offend anyone, I found that the Hispanics that have made it sometimes forget where their heritage is so they tend to employ those younger and less experienced than a seasoned veteran. I hope that this fact is not prodominant amoung the rest of the U.S. I constantly send out resumes but have yet to get a response. I am constantly approached to be a mentor for the younger hispanics but how would it encourage someone to continue their education when they see my experience and education going to waste.
Join you local PMI Chapter
I recently became a member of my local PMI chapter and encourage everyone in this forum to do the same, if you haven't. It makes no difference if you are in the payroll or not. Partipation in this association will be looked at positively by your clients and current and future managers. The certification will further highlight that you are a "Best Talent."
I would also like to invite those of you in this forum to join www.linkedin.com. LinkedIn lets you reach recommended employees, hiring managers and business partners through referrals from people you already know and trust. You won't receive spam or unwanted requests since people can only reach you via referrals.
If you decide to join Linkedin, make sure to put a profile so other professionals will know what value you bring to the network. Linkedin is also a great tool to share with your friends what you are doing professionally. Opportunities may come in time, and if not, you solidify your professional connections more by taking the initiative to stay in touch...you never know who will need your talents or your help. It's better than sending a Christmas or Birthday card once a year. It's a win win :)
I do not get it where are you going with this
In this entire thread no one has mention that they either have or are working on getting their PMP Project Management Certification from the PMI. This is becoming a given in the Job Market
With the job market as tough as it is you are needing it more then ever. I already have the undergrad and graduate work completed and would think that this would be sufficient. However, with the corporate enviroment in a flatten management state this certificate is definitely the one to get. I also would look into the Sigma Six certificatation. After you get the certificate. Then go to a High End university to complete an advanced certificate program. For example, University of Chicago.
I agree, wholeheartedly
You're right, PMI cert. and the Six Sigma Black Belt are a definate plus and fast becoming industry standards. I have neither qualification and I am like most saying I will get around to it. In terms of real life experience, I haven't required these standards to close interviews. Years ago, as a tool to break into the industry it would have been great. Having done that, HR folks have been more interested in the breadth of my experiences, the results of my leadership and sometimes where I go for drinks! I don't propose to say that real world (street) knowledge is a sound replacement for education (though not certified, I've attended both PM and Six Sigma training). What is important, more than the training is that people put their careers and lives in the perspective of what net results they've achieved or what they can achieve if given the opportunity. As written in my bio, I'm now close but I never finished undergraduate studies. Based on the incredible results of my career and income, this would cause some to consider me an anomaly or maybe an enterpreneur? Two hours of self reflection on who and what you are as a hispanic (specific) professional can supercede years of education and experience in a interview situation.
It may have something to do with personal sincerity and self actualization - 'supply chains' you won't find on any Gantt chart or process flow. At Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, NJ there are plenty of Project Manager post graduate students, but not enough interesting characters. ;) I believe project managers are at the forefront of those able to go it alone. With the job market getting tougher, we now more than ever need more Hispanic business owners; we need to connect them with those who can help actualize dreams.
IT Project Management
After years in a trading floor desktop\server support role in the IT Finance\Broker-Dealer\Banking industry I struck out as a subcontractor providing project management services for PC desktop related projects. This included managing hundreds of moves adds changes of trading floors as well as the OS migrations of those machines at large (80,000+) firms. The niche had me employed for years with top billing. In the current world of "you must know everything and also wash windows," I'm managing projects and supporting desktops on a small trading floor. The piece of humble pie I'm eating now is still sweet though. I think the most difficult part of getting a new job for most is realizing that they must find a way to convince employers that money is not the key motivation; that they will accept a smaller salary as a trade for stability. I netted over 150K in the year 2000 (a good year) but may not be doing so this year. I'm still producing income - that's what's important. For those of you who have ever hit a road block as I have, maybe it's time to really believe in yourself; get a lower paying job and commit yourself to starting a business.
Project Management
Is anyone out there familiar with a tool or method for project management used in the auto industy called Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)?
Project Management
Currenlty I am pursuimg my MBA, One week ago I started the Operations Management class.
This week readings talk about making flow charts to understand all kind of processes.
I hope this could help.
Regards
Esteban
I recently started a new job
I recently started a new job as a Developer/Architect/Lead with a Project manager title. I am originally from the Dominican Republic and now live in Miami, FL.
I have worked with Project Managers who are poor managers but very technical-savy, and I have worked with talented managers with no technical knowledge.
To tell you the truth, I prefer the later.
IT PM
zrgaona,
I played the role of IT PM for several years in IBM Mexico, my background was technical but not very deep, maybe more marketing oriented. I was in the IBM Services division After 7 years in marketing, 2 in tech education, 3 in executive education and 2 as system engineer. My role was identify the customer requirements, find the right solution with systems integration, build the proposa, negotiate with vendor and finally with the customer and voila! run the project. I got all the PM trainning in IBM and I was certify by IBM too.
I came to US to Latin America Sales position and after 7 years I lost my job (downsizing), sales in LatAm felt down after 9/11 and other economic, political and financial events.
Right now I am in sales again, but in different arena: Construction, with a very special product: Hand forged wrought iron. I came in this job after several months trying to find something where my background can help but I didn't find anything.
If I find a position as IT PM I'll be glad to return to my original career path.
Regards,
If your interest are in returning back to IT send me and email
Please send me an email with your resume and the location I will see what I can do.
Regards,
Wil
bolivarw@hotmail.com
IT job
Is your msg directed @ someone in particular or anyone in general, cause, I'M in the IT industry & need a job after being laid off.
IT/PM
I'm close enough to IT/PM. I am Technology Trainer and the type of Project Management we do is limited to the development of new courses to fit upgrades and new software introduced in our company.
IT PM
Hello, there!
I am glad to be part of your thread. I am in IT, PM. It is my hope that this thread grows and that we may get in touch with other IT PMs out there to share experiences and such.
IT - PM
I am a developer, Sr. developer, development maanger and pm in IT.
IT Project Management
I am currently the project manager for our school's IT conversion project. I am not a "techie" but in institutional research. What exactly are you interested in?
Seeking Project Management opportunity-
I am a multilingual (Portuguese, Spanish & English) executive seeking a career opportunity as a Project Management/Technical Integrator. I born in Santiago Chile, January 21 1952.
I relocated to Curitiba, Parana, Brazil, in December 1974, I worked fifteen years as a System Analyst and Project Manager for various organizations, such as Bamerindus Bank in Curitiba Parana, Unibanco in Sao Paulo, and Tubos y Conexoes Tigre in Joinville Santa Catarina.
I relocated to Miami, Florida, USA, in December of 1988. I worked as a Project Management/Technical Integrator for Citigroup in Fort Lauderdale, Florida for the last 10 years. At Citigroup I had the opportunity to travel to more than 18 countries throughout Latin America doing System Installations and Training, locally I did Project Management for specific projects.
Since January 2004, I am out of the company due to downsizing.
If you are interested in having more information, you can contact me by e-mail or MSN Messenger as ivanmunozrojas@hotmail.com.
Thanks to the National Society for the opportunity.
Where the money is
Project Management is where the money is. Many that join the technology field go after the technical side and do not understand that job promotion and moving ahead in the company is given when you master the skills necessary to run a department and manage yourself, and others efficiently.
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IT Project Management
There are several factors that you have to consider when you thinking that it is where the money is.
There are many in IT management positions who are earning a ton of money who don't know the business strategy which is what all should be aligned with to support. If one forgoes the individual goal and focuses on the company's mission and vision - the rewards will inherently come to you.
"You Can Change without Improvement, but You Cannot Improve without Change"
Project Management
Hi,
I am involved in IT. I am the IT Director in the company I work for.
Project Management
I agree PM is a very important subject.
would like to hear comments on this topic
IT Consulting
I have been in IT consulting for the last 10 years doing programming, analysis and project management. All software related. I have found very few hispanic colleagues and Spanish has not been a useful (nor problem) skill.
IT Analyst
Hello!
I'm a Puertorican IT Analyst for the Human Resources division in a school district in Atlanta. I've been in the industry for over 10 years wearing a number of different hats. I started doing some maintenance programming, have learned lots about hardware (and repairs), networking, etc. I don't enjoy being in front of a PC withouth much people interaction so what I do is perfect for me. Though I don't do full PM responsibilities, I can use a wide range of my skills and still learn new things/technology.
Project Manager
I have been a Project Manager for many years, but in a different area Architecture and Construction. Curently, I am looking for work. I have 25 years of experience in this area. I am from Peru. If any one have any leads, please let me know.
elbriceno@juno.com
IT Management
I work for a major Telecommunications Company. Since there has been major consolidation in the workforce, job responsibilites have increased. Currently, Iam a PM and network engineer and I do agree with Jose that parents have a major influence for what kind of goals they will influence on you. However, dedication and determination on yourself plays an inportant part also.
IT Professional in Redmond WA
I am the Lead Network Design Engineer for MSN Global Networking Services Group. I have 12 years experience and I have been in Senior Engineer roles for the last 6 years. Currently I haven't seen very many individuals of Hispanic heritage fulfilling the IT PM roles. Mostly what I have seen over the years is a concentration of very technical professionals rather than technical and logistics oriented professionals. In my opinion maybe these positions haven't been seen by Hispanic IT professionals as the type of technically challenging endeavors that the average IT worker pursue in general. I think it takes a completely different set of soft skills and/ or competencies to fulfill these types of positions that most IT workers in general don’t really focus or pay real attention to gain. Don’t get me wrong the PM is a very integral part of the IT process, but it takes a special type of individual to shift its focus from traditional IT views of just technical, to a more sort of technical, administrative and logistical point of view.
Regards,
Jose Rosa
IT PM
Jose,
You do have some valid points about some people not finding this role as technically challenging as others. As you stated it does require a person with a different set of skills and abilities to understand business strategies and technical know-how to approach a particular objective.
Though there are a number of factors that determine where each one of us will end up in life, I for one believe that anyone of us can play either role or both - given the opportunity and exposure to the the right environments. Think of where you went to school, what influence/role did your parents have on you as you made your way through the different levels of education.
My point is that I have mixed emotions about where we (Latinos) stand in the technology hierarchy. And what are we (those of us that are lucky enough to see what is happening to our camaradas as this tech gap keeps getting wider and wider) doing to ensure that our gente does not become the cyber-custodians of the future?
"You Can Change without Improvement, but You Cannot Improve without
Change"
Excellent Point
The best answer I can come up with is tenure. Let's face it latinos or hispanic came sort of late in the IT field so most of us have not reached a true career tenure that would shift our focus to the PM side of the table.
That's the why I mostly find very smart, young (under 40) very technical hispanic IT workers.
Great! do you work for a comp
Great! do you work for a company or for yourself? What types of systems do you design and engineer?
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It management
Zrgaona,
I also play a part in Information Technology. I am a systems engineer with fifteen years experience in computer systems design and implementation.
IT Management
Hi,
I also work as a PM, I started as a Sr. Network Engineer and for the last 3 years I worked as a PM. I have 9 years of experience.